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Johns Hopkins University | AS.030.205

Introductory Organic Chemistry I

4.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(3.71)

The fundamental chemistry of the compounds of carbon. Methods of structure determination and synthesis. The mechanisms of typical organic reactions and the relations between physical and chemical properties and structures. Course offered only in Summer and Fall terms.

Fall 2012

(3.65)

Fall 2012

(3.96)

Fall 2013

(2.98)

Fall 2013

(3.96)

Fall 2014

(3.57)

Fall 2014

(4.11)

Fall 2014

(3.24)

Fall 2022

(3.9)

Fall 2022

(3.63)

Fall 2022

(3.8)

Summer 2023

(4.02)

Fall 2012

Professor: Christopher Falzone

(3.65)

The best aspect of the course was the opportunity for help outside of lecture; between Professor Falzone’s flexible office hours and the TA sessions, there was always help available. Students appreciated the chance to gauge their personal progression through weekly checkpoint quizzes. The worst aspects of the course were the content-heavy workload and the fast-paced lectures, which lacked structure. To improve this course, students suggested slowing down the lectures, having more TAs available, and more practice problems so that students can get a better grasp of content. Prospective students should know that it’s easy to fal behind if they don’t manage their time well.

Fall 2012

Professor: John Toscano

(3.96)

The best aspect of this course was how well the professor and the TAs were able to explain the complex material. The course was very organized and provided a strong foundation for organic chemistry. Some students felt that the class was very fast paced and many found it difficult to keep up with the volume of information that was covered. Students suggested having more practice problems to assist in the retention of concepts. Prospective students should allocate a significant amount of time outside of class to keep up with the intense amount of material.

Fall 2013

Professor: Craig Townsend

(2.98)

Students felt that the best aspect of this course was the very interesting, if very chal enging subject matter. Students liked the weekly quizzes that helped them stay on top of the materials, and felt that the sections were helpful in reviewing and further explaining the materials. Many students did not like that they were expected to have read the book before class, however, and that having a substitute teach was confusing because materials were repeated or skipped entirely. Suggestions for improvement included ensuring that the professor would be there for the duration of the entire semester, and creating a course syllabus that clearly outlined what was going to be taught on what day. Students also wanted more readily available study materials, such as homework assignments, past exams, or additional exercises to help them prepare for the exams. Prospective students should be prepared to study very hard for many hours every single day, and be aware that they will mostly be learning the materials on their own. Students must have a basic chemistry background and be organized and self-motivated enough to keep up with the reading to stay on top of the materials.

Fall 2013

Professor: Christopher Falzone

(3.96)

Students thought that the best aspect of this course was the chal enging but very interesting information discussed during lectures. Students found the professor to be very good at explaining difficult concepts, and appreciated that he posted so many materials online for them to use as study guides and to gain additional insight into the materials. Students liked the weekly pop quizzes that helped them stay fresh on the materials and felt that his exams were very fair and straightforward. Students did not like that they had to read the book before class in order to understand the lecture, and many were stressed by the amount of time they had to put in outside of class. Suggestions for improvement included adding another day of lectures or section so that concepts can be taught at a slower, more detailed pace. Prospective students should be highly dedicated and self-disciplined enough to read extensively and learn the materials on their own. It is a challenging but manageable course if students are wil ing to spend the time studying and asking the professor for help. It is highly recommended that students have a solid background in chemistry before taking this course.

Fall 2014

Professor: Marc Greenberg

(3.57)

Students complimented this course for its interesting subject and for a professor who was both engaging with such a large class and made an effort to get to know students individually. Complaints about the course largely focused on the subject matter being chal enging to master. Students felt success in the course relied heavily on memorization and self-teaching outside of class. Students’ suggestions for improving the course largely centered on a desire that students’ grades in the course be based on more than their performance on a few exams. Students thought additional quizzes and homework would be helpful in giving students more opportunities to show their abilities. Prospective students should know that students found the course to be chal enging and recommended students be prepared to both attend lectures and study independently.

Fall 2014

Professor: Christopher Falzone

(4.11)

Students praised this course for having an engaging instructor who, through lectures, help sessions and office hours, provided students many resources to succeed. Students also found the course’s subject matter to be compelling and interesting. Students found that the course was difficult and that there was a disconnect between what students were taught in lectures and what they were tested on. Suggestions 73for improvement varied with multiple students requesting more example problems or other questions to aid them in preparing for exams. Prospective students should know that a background in chemistry is essential to success in this course and students will need to prepare outside of class to do well.

Fall 2014

Professor: Craig Townsend

(3.24)

Students praised this course for both being challenging and for covering interesting subject matter. Many students complained the course was extremely difficult and required students to spend a significant amount of time studying outside of class in order to be successful in the course. Suggestions for improvement varied. Many felt there was a disconnect between what students learned in the textbook, lectures and in other assignments versus what they were tested on. Prospective students should know that they need to be self-reliant and willing to study and learn on their own in order to succeed in this course.

Fall 2022

Professor: Lawrence Principe

(3.9)

Fall 2022

Professor: J d Tovar

(3.63)

Fall 2022

Professor: Christopher Falzone

(3.8)

Summer 2023

Professor: Eric Hill

(4.02)

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O. Nsengiyumva
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85 waitlist / 70 seats

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C. FalzoneJ. Toscano
17:00 - 18:15
11 waitlist / 70 seats

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M. Greenberg
17:00 - 18:15
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O. Nsengiyumva
17:00 - 18:15
52 waitlist / 70 seats

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M. Greenberg
17:00 - 18:15
39 open / 70 seats

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17:00 - 18:15
53 open / 70 seats

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M. Greenberg
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O. Nsengiyumva
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17:00 - 18:15
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C. FalzoneJ. Toscano
17:00 - 18:15
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C. FalzoneJ. Toscano
17:00 - 18:15
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C. FalzoneJ. Toscano
17:00 - 18:15
11 waitlist / 70 seats